Mike's Jensen 51 replica ser # 51R002

First video of Jensen 51 replica (51R002) recorded 5 5 09 demonstrating functionality of the finished conversion from a Jensen 50 to enhanced 51 replica. Conversion is fully documented in word and photos at: www.indianarog.com under Jensen 51R002 Build tab.

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Howto & Style

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• Jensen
• 51
• replica
• model
• power
• plant

[superfunnyman123]

were did you get the water pump?

[IndianaRog]

Water pump was part of the Jensen 50 this conversion is based upon. So simple answer it they were made by Jensen FOR the Jensen 50...but you can't buy one, they were made one at a time for each engine produced.

[superfunnyman123]

were can you get a water tower like that?

[IndianaRog]

Not available for sale...I made that one myself with aluminum angle stock purchased from home improvement store, cut and screwed together. Stainless steel cookie jar = tank!!

[mnewlyn]

what heats the water? I can't see any flames.

[IndianaRog]

Boiler water is heated by electricity. Two heaters lie in dry channels and one is a blanket style slung underneath. Total of 13 amps of power are available, but can also be scaled back as desired. No flames!!!

[RamonaSteam]

Roger, that's over-the-top impressive. Please tell the story of how that came to be and some of what you had to go through.

[IndianaRog]

Thanks Peter....hope you noticed how fantastic that stepper motor generator of yours performs!

[santape]

My hat off to you Rog. What an incredible machine you have built. You have done such a great job bringing all those componets together that it is a piece of art. That engine will be passed down for generations to come. Wonderful job! Peter

[IndianaRog]

Hey biglockluv!!! Yes, it is a steam engine, no hydrogen generation. Plugs in and heats water electrically, then the steam powers powers the large engine with flywheel and three generators to run the lights and motor.

I agree...it IS cool!